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Join Family Rosary for 40+ Days of Prayer this Lent. Follow along with the Family Prayer Book.
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Join us in honoring the anniversary of Father Peyton's birth by praying this novena through his intercession. We will pray for Father Peyton's beatification, his next step in the sainthood process. We will also pray for your family's needs and intentions.
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A Study of Sacred Art...
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How to Pray the Chaplet of the Seven Sorrows of Mary
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When we look upon such artwork it is not only to celebrate Christ but also a moment of reflection into our own lives --are we doing what God asks of us?
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We invite you to download this special prayer to share as a family before your meal together on these upcoming meatless Fridays.
Lenten Recipe
Looking for a meatless recipe for tonight? How about this family-tested and family-approved recipe for Grilled Shrimp and Vegetables....
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Can we wake up to the wonder of it all and truly let it change our lives?
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So what is a Lent Tree? The author of this ebook explains that the beautiful tradition was started by her Mom...
Lenten Recipe
Looking for a meatless recipe for tonight? How about this family-tested and family-approved recipe for Baked...
Lenten Recipe
Looking for a meatless recipe for tonight? How about this family-tested and family-approved recipe for Broccoli Quiche...
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A cursory glance at contemporary society reveals that there is a battle taking place...
Lenten Recipe
Looking for a meatless recipe for tonight? How about this family-tested and family-approved recipe for Shrimp Tacos...
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How will you come closer to God this Lent?
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Inspiration for your Lenten journey...
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Probably because it is forty weeks that a woman carries her developing baby...
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Lent always sneaks up on me every single year. Really it shouldn’t come as much of a surprise...
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Please join our community around the world in praying this novena for your family and all families. We do this for nine days, finishing on Venerable Patrick Peyton's anniversary of birth on January 9...
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Father Pinto Paul, C.S.C., asks us to think about hope during this final week of Advent. We wait impatiently as we feel the presence of Jesus near, our greatest hope of all...
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Father Leo Polselli, C.S.C., recorded a short video reflection and blessing for you to play during your candle lighting...
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A Study of Renaissance Sacred Art...
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Father James Phalan, C.S.C., recorded a short video reflection and blessing for you to play during your candle lighting...
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Join us as we light the first candle of our Advent Wreath with the President of Holy Cross Family Ministries, Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C.
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Advent 2021 is upon us. Join us every week as we light our Advent Wreath and prepare to celebrate the gift and mystery of Christmas: God's love pouring itself out in Christ and "bearing all things" for us!
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Each year, amid the busyness of our Christmas preparations, the Advent season offers...
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Step by Step...
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We created a calendar with short, simple activities for the whole family to do together.
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What is spiritual leadership in family life? How can men become fathers after the Heavenly Father’s heart? Dr. Gregory Popcak and Alex Dee discuss the vocation of fatherhood...
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This inspirational dad explains how he discovered that lifting his family up to God strengthened his masculinity.
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Through the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple, St. Joseph teaches us to commit to God’s plans for our lives...
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How could this be? We hear they searched with great anxiety—over the wellbeing of their boy...
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Go deeper with your family today, and Go To Joseph with us as we reflect on his strength and faith...
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Dr. Joseph Atkinson joins Alex Dee to discuss the meaning of the term "domestic church." What are the forces preventing contemporary families from fulfilling God's call to holiness?
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Three fathers reflect on trust, discernment, and leadership in family life
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Saying “yes” to the challenging role of the foster father of the Son of God...
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Wisdom and inspiration from some awesome Rosary Dads who are doing their best to pass on the faith to their children...
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I would like to invite you to reflect with me on the role played by Joseph as a father...
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Wisdom and inspiration from a husband and father seeking to pass on the faith to his children and strengthen his family.
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Saint Joseph, the beloved foster father and protector of Mary and Jesus...
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The gift of St. Joseph's witness lies hidden in his unheralded habits of love.
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Enjoy this reflection from the president of Holy Cross Family Ministries, Father Willy Raymond, C.S.C.
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Why is Saint Joseph a fitting guide for us as we seek to discover (or rediscover) the Rosary?
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Have you ever felt abandoned and betrayed by someone you thought you knew?
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Any time is a good time to foster devotion to Saint Joseph...
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What more could possibly be said about Joseph...
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“What is Spring? ... Growth in everything,” Jesuit poet Gerard Manley Hopkins famously wrote. May is springtime...
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As the Mother of Jesus, we invite you and your family to celebrate the month of May.
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Father Willy Raymond C.S.C. delivers an inspiring opening reflection to help you begin your Lenten journey with grit.
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Father James Phalan C.S.C., National Director of Family Rosary introduces the Lenten family program of 2021
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A Reflection for the First Sunday of Lent...
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Father David S. Marcham reflects on the Cross and how Father Patrick Peyton C.S.C. serves as an inspiring example...
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Father Leo Polselli C.S.C. opens up about the blessings and graces that the sacrament of reconciliation can bring to us during our Lenten journeys.
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Listen to Catholic Momcast, special guest is Alex Dee, digital content creator and manager here at Family Rosary with Holy Cross Family Ministries.
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Each year, the Church gives us the Lenten season to help us reorient our lives toward God.
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There are several quick things that can be incorporated last-minute as a Lenten practice...
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What is a Lent Tree?
Lent
As you and your family journey through Lent, we offer a few recipes to help you abstain from meat. May the sacrifice of meatless meals, guide your family to grow in holiness together.
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Special Message from Father Willy, President of Holy Cross Family Ministries
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Lighting an Advent wreath is a traditional way to prepare for Christmas.
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Step by Step...
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How To Experience More Joy This Advent
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In this time of economic uncertainty, it is hard to feel the lightness of the season.
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Life is short...
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A novena is a devotion traditionally prayed over a period of nine days.
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The Annunciation
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The Visitation
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The Presentation in the Temple
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The Birth of Our Lord
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The Finding of Child Jesus in the Temple
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Christmas Program
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The Power of One Yes a Performance of Oh Come Oh Come Emmanuel
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There is no right or wrong when it comes to praying!
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Saint John Paul II, Our Mentor in the School of Mary
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For some it is merely a collection of beads on a string but for others it is an enduring devotional prayer for Catholic Christians.
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Fr. Jim Phalan, CSC, returns to the podcast with Danielle Bean.
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Join us at the Museum of Family Prayer to discover the Rosary and the School of Mary!
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There is no right or wrong when it comes to praying with your family.
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There is no right or wrong when it comes to praying with your family.
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Guide to host a Mother’s Day Rosary during the pandemic
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Celebrating our spiritual Mother!
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The power behind a little holy water and some prayer.
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Honor Our Mother in this unique way!
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Join us for nine days of prayer for family unity!
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Find a supportive female group of friends!
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Here are some helpful insights to having a successful, healthy, faith-filled marriage!
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Bring out the best in others by learning to converse like Mary!
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Four ways to bring your family closer to God!
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Help your children say, "yes" to God's call!
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Sports can teach our families a thing or two!
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Four ways to combat that little green monster we better know as envy.
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Honor God by taking up your cross.
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God invites us to keep Sunday holy and with His grace, anything is possible!
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Still figuring out what you're going to do for Lent? We've got you.
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The season of Lent is in essence a waiting period. Here are some ideas to make the most of it!
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Teach your children the importance of this beautiful sacrament.
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Whether for Valentine's Day or throughout the year, here are some ideas to make room for intentional time together!
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Advice on how to lean into your faith and seek strength when grief clouds your heart.
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It's a busy time of year for everyone, but it's important we carry the spirit of Christmas with us throughout the year.
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Catholic Central brings you festive activities you can do with your family and friends over the holiday season to laugh, bond and have a blast!
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We're here to support your family's Advent journey!
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Add a more reflective or penitential note to your family’s Advent observance!
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An excerpt from Pope Francis’s Encyclical, "On the Call to Holiness in Today’s World.”
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The celebrations of fall.
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An uplifting story of a mother and her special devotion to making Rosaries.
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A conversation about the Rosary at work from Catholic Momcast!
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Who has time for a long, Rosary prayer anyway?
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An activity to help you pray!
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If you're struggling to make family prayer time a little more interesting, you might try integrating this type of prayer!
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Helpful tips for making the transition back to school.
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We can learn a few very important lessons from Our Holy Mother.
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A few ideas to keep young hearts inspired.
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Navigating the complicated world of social media and evangelization.
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Twelve ways to squeeze more prayer time in your day!
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Bring forgiveness into our daily lives.
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Act out this script from Catholic Central and learn about Our Mother!
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Understanding the history of this feast day!
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Exploring the creative ways of keeping prayer in our children's lives.
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Helping others through despair.
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How to live virtuously this summer.
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A little appreciation for our fathers.
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Five ideas to enhance these summer months!
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All to honor the Rosary Priest.
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The Continued Celebration.
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Cut through the noise and find true happiness.
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Embracing the Glorious Mysteries in Parenthood.
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Transform your family into a peaceful and faith-filled example of God's love.
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Becoming a living testimonial of handing it over to God.
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Fruitful meditations on the Sorrowful Mysteries for your Holy Week.
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Christ only wants our love.
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What it really means to be merciful.
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When obsessing with your Lenten promises takes over.
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The powerful but often misunderstood sacrament that enables us to mend our relationship with God and heal.
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Seven Ideas for a Lenten Challenge
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When Valentine's Day and Ash Wednesday meet.
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When Affection & Action become Step-Stools to Heaven
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Making the Most This Year's of Lent.
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Understanding the Presentation in the Temple like you never have before.
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The conversion story of Saint Paul.
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A mission from God that is as unique as our fingertips.
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Learning from the Holy Family what it means to completely trust in God.
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Nine days of prayer for family unity.
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Christmas Eve, the Rosary and what’s really important in life.
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Unveiling the significance of an Advent wreath's pink candle, the Joy Candle.
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The miracle of the unseen and unseeable world.
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Ease into this special season with a reflection on the First Week of Advent.
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Three tips to help you and your family thrive and survive this Advent season!
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Some helpful tips to keep grace before meals an important part of family prayer.
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Gratitude isn't easy. It takes practice and effort, and that's especially important when it comes to our kids.
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“Every time we draw a line between us and others, Jesus is always on the other side of it.” We're human, which means we often make harsh first judgments toward people. What can you and your family do to erase those lines?
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The Family Rosary App gently guides you and your family through the Mysteries of the Rosary wherever you are. Download it today to begin enhancing your family prayer.
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We know you and your family are busy and it's often difficult to find the time to pray. The Daily Family Prayer App can help, as it provides a short reflection and prayer for your family to carry with you throughout the day.
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There is no right or wrong when it comes to praying with your family.
Lent
As you and your family journey through Lent, we offer a few recipes to help you abstain from meat. May the sacrifice of meatless meals, guide your family to grow in holiness together.
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Contributors from CatholicMom.com share their experiences praying the Rosary with and for their families. Through these Rosary Stories, encounter moments of heavenly intercession, unexplained peace, and abundant graces bestowed upon families.
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Father Jim Phalan, C.S.C., writes to us directly from the Lourdes Sanctuary in France! He describes the impact of the great miracle there and how Bernadette’s steadfast fidelity has encouraged millions of people...
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Alex Dee sits down again with Dr. Joseph Atkinson. Dr. Atkinson is an associate professor of sacred scripture at the pontifical John Paul II Institute in Washington D.C.
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Delight in reading Father Peyton's own words regarding the Rosary. Ebook includes step-by-step how to pray the Rosary instructions.
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Our guest contributor this week isn't timid about asking us this tough question. He's challenging us--as his mother challenged him years ago--to faithfully pray the Rosary.
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While prayer may not change our circumstances, it will often change our hearts. It brings us closer to God in a way that allows Him to comfort us, guide us, and occasionally reveal His will for us...
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Join us in this conversation as Marge Fenelon speaks on her mission of "bringing the world to Christ through Mary."...
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The admiration for Our Lady of the Rosary, the Christ child, and the Rosary are inspiration for numerous works of sacred art...
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A journey with words, through the life of Venerable Patrick Peyton and the Museum of Family Prayer: A Contemporary Experience of Father Peyton’s Ministry.
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With Step-by-step Rosary Instructions...
Advent Calendar
Free family activities calendar for the Advent and Christmas seasons. Download and print; or use online (includes embedded hyperlinks).
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Watch this short 3-minute video below to learn how to make your own Advent wreath.
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This Advent Family Rosary is reflecting on the theme: “The Power of One Yes”. Our Heavenly Mother Mary’s “yes” to God’s will at the Annunciation was the very beginning of a long line of powerful and joyful answers of “yes” to God...
Family Prayer Kit
PRAY with those you love most! Enrich your family prayer life with the PRAY TOGETHER NOW Family Prayer Kit...
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This eBook author reflects on note-worthy similarities and differences in these three works of the Birth of Jesus Christ painted during the Late Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque periods...
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Guest blogger, Christine O'Brien reminds us of eight beautiful traditions the Church offers us and our families to help open and unclutter our hearts. She calls them The Advent Treasure Chest...
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Two visible, one hidden. Inspired by St. Bernard of Clairvaux from his series of homilies about Advent and Christmas. Guest author, Deacon Joe McGinley. Advent and Christmas Campaign - The Power of One Yes!
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Saying “Yes” to God requires sacrifice of our self-driven pursuits but God’s plans are always bigger and better than our own. Alex Dee as sits down with his long-time friend and recent FOCUS Missionary, Tanner Kalina...
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Our guest blog author, Nicole O'Leary, proposes that trust is essential to any good relationship and this includes Mary's relationship with God as well as our own relationship with God...
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During Advent, we turn to Our Lady of Gudalupe and allow her Son into our homes—to heal and strengthen families, in new and unexpected ways!
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In this new eBook, three creative mothers share activities that help keep Christ in their families during the Advent season. A new activity in your family next week might create room for a new beautiful family tradition to grow!
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Our ministry president, Father Fred Jenga, C.S.C. recorded this personal message to welcome you and your family to the Advent season.
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Praying, talking, working, and playing together allows us to draw closer to God and each other and celebrate the gift of Easter, and all God’s gifts, every day.
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The word Lent comes from the “lengthening” of daylight hours as we progress from the darkness of winter to the new light of spring. This eBook explains various ways this season of forty days is significant.
Family Activity
A calendar of Lenten activities to post for the whole family. Daily Scriptures with meaningful yet simple ideas for each day of Lent.
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Discover a variety of ways your family can practice almsgiving this Lent.
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If you’ve been waiting to start growing in a life of prayer, don’t wait, don’t say “Someday when…” Let’s pray together now.
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Take a closer look this Lent at artwork of the Crucifixion. The three artworks included in this eBook compare a traditional Gospel Crucifixion with two others that have taken more artistic liberties.
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The Catholic faith points to many ways to seek God—prayer, sacraments, scripture, and works of mercy—which will you choose?
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Father Fred Jenga shares a poignant lesson regarding the secret ingredient needed in every act of our almsgiving.
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St. Joseph is the kind of saint we should pay close attention to, follow his lead, and encourage our children to imitate.
